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Of quinces the most commonly planted is the well-known — 

 P. Sinensis Lindl. (257) (Cydonia Japonica), Japanese Quince or 

 Japonica, or Strawberry Bush, most attractive with its wealth of vari- 



FiG. 104. — Pirus prunifolia Willd. 



ously-shaded, mostly dark red or scarlet, very fragrant flowers, appear- 

 ing before the leaves, and its dark, glossy, vari-hued foliage. It is well 

 adapted for hedges, indeed being superior to many other hedge plants. 

 It is especially striking when in flower and when trained as a standard 

 with pendent branches. It is most easily grown from cuttings, and 

 quite hardy, but for best results should have a rich soil. 



